LOCATION

DATES & HOURS OF OPERATION

July 2 – August 24

Camp hours: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

REGISTER

It’s not too late to register! Complete the application below and submit a deposit for each camp session. There is also a one-time non-refundable $100 registration fee. The $100 registration fee is waived if you have a family membership. Your child’s medical form, two passport photos, and deposit must be submitted before they can begin camp. It’s a good idea to keep extra copies of the medical form for your records. All consent forms and final payment are due by your child’s first day of camp. Don’t delay – camps are filling up fast!

CAMPS

Early Childhood CampAGES 2-4

Early Childhood Camp provides our youngest campers with hands-on, experiential, fun activities planned to support each child’s social, physical, and cognitive skill development. Activities include swimming, outdoor play, music and movement, and interactive science, language, and literacy activities. Staff members experienced in engaging with preschoolers understand the importance of rich adult-child interactions and focus on building supportive, nurturing relationships with every camper. Early Childhood campers will enjoy campsite-based collaborations with child-friendly organizations and go on excursions within walking distance in their own communities. Each child age three and older will receive a swim lesson once a week. Camp location: Early Childhood Center

Kinder CampAGES 4-5

Kinder Camp is designed for children entering kindergarten in September 2018. Structured day camp activities support the transition to kindergarten by building social and emotional skills in a fun and nurturing environment, including a focus on classroom structure, transitional activities, and group play. Kinder Campers will participate in instructional swimming, indoor and outdoor physical fitness, interactive science, literacy activities, theme-based arts and crafts, and local outings. To prepare our young campers for their transition into kindergarten and develop their skill sets and comfort level with city travel, Kinder Campers will participate in one field trip by bus each session and will have one swim lesson a week at the Greenpoint Y pool. Camp location: PS 84.

Day CampAGES 5-12

Grasshopper Camp (Age 5) Grasshopper camp is for children who have completed kindergarten. Camp participants will enjoy a dynamic program that includes learning camp songs, team building opportunities, group games in the gymnasium, arts and crafts, the opportunity to participate in our annual Spirit Day competition, and a chance to make new friends while strengthening past relationships. Campers will participate in one field trip per session and will have one swim lesson a week at the Greenpoint Y pool. Camp location: PS 84.

Bumblebee Camp (Ages 6-7) This camp is designed to engage the whole child as we explore opportunities to strengthen critical thinking skills, literacy, math, social and emotional development, and a sense of community, all while having fun. Campers will enjoy an array of activities that strengthen problem-solving skills on an individual and group level. They will also work as a team to design a performance for our annual Spirit Day competition. Campers will participate in one field trip per session and will have one swim lesson a week at the Greenpoint Y pool. Camp location: PS 84.

Firefly Camp (Ages 8-9) Firefly campers will enjoy an array of daily activities that will challenge them cognitively and physically. Campers will have the opportunity to problem solve individually and in groups using critical thinking skills. Participants will learn a variety of sports techniques, participate in expressive arts activities, take on team challenges, and be engaged in learning opportunities that support academic growth in relevant and exciting ways. Campers will have a chance to showcase their learning at our annual Spirit Day competition. Campers will participate in one field trip per session and will have one swim lesson a week at the Greenpoint Y pool. Camp location: PS 84.

Dragonfly Camp (Ages 10-12) Dragonfly campers will enjoy an array of daily activities that will challenge them cognitively and physically. Campers will have the opportunity to problem solve individually and in groups using critical thinking skills. Participants will learn a variety of sports techniques, participate in expressive arts activities, take on team challenges, and be engaged in learning opportunities that support academic growth in relevant and exciting ways. Campers will have a chance to showcase their learning at our annual Spirit Day competition. Campers will participate in one field trip per session and will have one swim lesson a week at the Greenpoint Y pool. Camp location: PS 84.

Progressive Swim CampAGES 7-12

The YMCA is a leader in youth swim, and has helped generations of children become outstanding swimmers. Progressive swim camp is designed for children of all levels. Campers are grouped according to skill proficiency and mastery. Children also participate in programs such as group games, environmental studies, arts and crafts, and health, nutrition, and exercise. Traditional day camp activities are incorporated into the program for added enrichment. Campers will have three swim lessons a week at the Greenpoint Y pool. This camp will be available for Session 1, 2 and 3. Location: PS 84.

Sports CampAGES 7-12

Sports camp teaches children the fundamentals of basketball, soccer, and baseball. We focus on teamwork, sportsmanship, the importance of sports and exercise, and skills development. Campers swim once a week at the Greenpoint Y pool. This camp will be available for Sessions 1, 2 and 3. Camp location: PS 84

CAMP GUIDE

FINANCIAL AID

Thanks to our generous donors to our Annual Campaign we are able to make the Y accessible through our Financial Assistance Program. These gifts provide scholarships for individuals and families who want and need Y programs, but cannot afford them.